Congratulations! With a German university degree and a binding job offer, you have a good chance of working and living in Germany.
In this case, you may apply for a work visa for qualified professionals or under certain conditions, for the EU Blue Card at the competent German embassy in your country.
The following information might help you with your visa application:
In order to shorten your immigration process, your future employer may pay to launch an fast-track procedure for skilled workers. You may want to inform them about the option.
If your new job starts directly after completion of your university studies in Germany, you may apply for a change of residence permit at your local foreigners authority. Find out about the requirements for an EU Blue Card or a residence permit for the purpose of qualified employment in the "EU Blue Card" section or the "Work visa for qualified professionals" section.
Special regulations apply to citizens of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia regarding the access to the German labour market.
Let us advise you on your opportunities to work and live in Germany. Our experts will support you with questions regarding job search, visa, recognition and learning German.
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